Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Course details
| Domestic tuition | $24,288 per year |
|---|---|
| International tuition | $37,875 |
| NZQF Level | 9 |
About the course
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is the most internationally-recognised business qualification in the world today. It is a professional degree in business management based on a practical programme with theoretical, applied and research underpinning. It covers a range of business disciplines which form the basis of executive decision-making.
The AIS MBA offers specialisations in:
International Business Finance Marketing Operations and Logistics The MBA also has three alternative pathways:
27 modules and a two-month Field Study 25 modules and a three-month Internship 20 modules and a six-month Dissertation The challenging five-stage programme makes significant time demands in order to reach the required standard.
In addition to assessed modules, the MBA integrates the curriculum through Integrated Management Learning seminars at two critical stages of the programme (after Stages 1 and 2).
The programme provides experiential learning with emphasis on sound corporate values, professional skills development and overall growth. Teaching staff are selected for their special blend of academic qualifications, research activities, current business and consulting experience, international involvement and teaching skills; providing exposure to international leading-edge best practices.
The MBA is approved and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and is continuously reviewed and monitored by international practitioners and academics at the forefront of professional business development.
Programme participants will increase and broaden their skills base and enhance their ability to think laterally, research, problem-solve, be proactive, apply new ideas, think strategically and increase managerial competence. Skills are acquired today that can be applied tomorrow.
Using the interactive lecture/seminar format for management education, skills are rapidly enhanced, building on individual experiences and blending these with new knowledge, perspectives and concepts. Small classes facilitate a highly interactive learning environment.
Classes are run Saturdays and Sundays to make the most of the working week.
Entry requirements
IELTS 6.5 with no individual band lower than 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79 (with a writing score of 21) / Pearson 58 / AIS TEP 56 or equivalent with no band less than 13; A degree, or equivalent professional qualification as approved by the Academic Board of AIS; and at least two years relevant work experience as approved by the Academic Board of AIS or; hold a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business degree (recognised by Academic Board as being at least equivalent to New Zealand pass standard) or other qualification approved by the Academic Head of Business Administration Programmes (or the Academic Director or Academic Registrar in his stead) and include the module 4.798 Internship.
About the provider
Established in 1990, Auckland Institute of Studies is one of New Zealand's leading independent degree-granting institutions. You will benefit from studying one of a wide range of NZQA-approved qualifications, including diploma and degree programmes in business, tourism management, hospitality management, information technology (IT), business administration, and English language. Our flexible three-semester system and cross credit recognition allows you to fast-track your studies and get a head start on your career.